420 Forest Ave, Shreveport, LA, 71104
About This Home
Welcome to this charming 3-story home in the heart of South Highlands! This 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath home is the perfect blend of historic soul and modern amenities. From the street, the property makes a statement with its manicured lawn and elevated position and once you step through the front door, it feels like home. The main living areas are flooded with natural light, highlighting the classic hardwood floors and high ceilings that define this neighborhood's charm. The layout is expansive and intuitive, offering plenty of space for a growing family or anyone who loves to host. The kitchen serves as the functional hub of the house, featuring ample cabinet space and granite countertops, while the formal dining and living rooms provide a more polished backdrop for gatherings. This home is unique with a hearth room, formal dining, a large second living area, a rear deck and an amazing sunroom off the master suite. Outside, the property continues to impress. The large back deck overlooks a deep, fenced-in backyard that feels like a private park, shaded by mature trees that are a staple of the South Highlands landscape. Whether you’re drinking coffee on the deck or watching the kids play in the yard, it’s a peaceful retreat right in the middle of town. This home sits on a quiet, tree-lined street just minutes from the best local dining, shopping, and parks Shreveport has to offer. It’s rare to find this much square footage and original detail in such a prime location. You'll have to sell all the beautiful charm in person to truly appreciate this property!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1937
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Detached
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Oven,Gas Cooktop,Disposal
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Granite Counters,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 3,748 sqft
Living Room
- Features: Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 171307027011300
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 5,401 sqft
Parking
- Parking features: Drive Through
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Ice Storm
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,769 | $21,228 |
| Home Insurance * | $446 | $5,352 |
| Property Taxes | $198 | $2,376 |
| Electricity | $283 | $3,400 |
| Total | $2,696 | $32,352 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-06 | Price change | $389,900 |
| 2026-03-01 | Listed for sale | $399,900 |
| 2019-08-19 | Sold | -- |
| 2019-06-27 | Price change | $226,000 |
| 2019-06-04 | Price change | $240,000 |
| 2019-05-06 | Price change | $244,900 |
| 2019-04-24 | Price change | $249,900 |
| 2019-04-01 | Price change | $255,000 |
| 2019-03-08 | Price change | $265,000 |
| 2019-02-07 | Listed for sale | $270,000 |
| 2018-07-19 | Sold | -- |
| 2018-06-29 | Pending sale | $75,000 |
| 2018-06-25 | Listed for sale | $75,000 |
| 2018-06-08 | Pending sale | $75,000 |
| 2018-05-15 | Price change | $75,000 |
| 2018-04-07 | Price change | $79,950 |
| 2018-03-29 | Price change | $79,999 |
| 2018-03-13 | Price change | $82,500 |
| 2018-03-08 | Price change | $94,995 |
| 2018-03-06 | Pending sale | $99,995 |
| 2018-02-19 | Price change | $99,995 |
| 2018-02-14 | Price change | $109,995 |
| 2018-02-05 | Price change | $114,900 |
| 2018-01-30 | Listed for sale | $115,000 |
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